Band 5 – Paediatric Nurse – Leeds

Pulse Healthcare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Pulse Nursing is seeking compassionate Paediatric Nurses to join our team in Leeds, within a prestigious NHS Trust. The role offers flexible shifts, full-time/part-time options and development opportunities.

Pay rates: PAYE £23-£35/hour (days £23, nights/Saturdays £29, Sundays/Bank Holidays £35); Umbrella £27-£40/hour (days £27, nights £33, Sundays £40). Refer a Friend bonus £500.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin.
• Paediatric nursing qualification (RN Child).
• Strong safeguarding and child-focused care knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to infants, children, and young people.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in line with individual patient needs.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and respond to changes.
• Administer medications and treatments per Trust policies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including doctors, therapists and support staff.
• Communicate effectively with children and families, providing reassurance and education.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control policies.
• Access dedicated consultant support for ongoing guidance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

RN; Paediatric nursing qualification (RN Child)

NMC pin registered

Job description

Job Title: Paediatric Nurse
Banding: 5
Location: Leeds
Pay Rates: £23-£40 per hour

Pulse Nursing is seeking compassionate and experienced Paediatric Nurses to join our team and work within a prestigious NHS Trust based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated nurses who are passionate about delivering outstanding care to children and young people in a supportive clinical environment.

Pay rates range from £23 to £35 per hour on PAYE (Days £23, Nights/Saturdays £29, Sundays/Bank Holidays £35) and £27 to £40 per hour under Umbrella (Days £27, Nights/Saturdays £33, Sundays/Bank Holidays £40).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to infants, children, and young people.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in line with individual patient needs.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and respond appropriately to changes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with Trust policies.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, therapists, and support staff.
• Communicate effectively with children and their families, offering reassurance, education, and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Adhere to all safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control policies.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support and advice.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus – earn £500 when your referral works with Pulse Nursing.
• Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, and flexible shifts available to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC pin.
• Paediatric nursing qualification (RN Child).
• Previous experience working within a paediatric setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child-focused care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll gain access to exclusive roles you won’t find elsewhere. We prioritise meaningful conversations, truly listen to your needs, and always act in your best interests. You are an individual and a professional — not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. We will provide appropriate support throughout the process and into your work placement.

Important note:

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.